Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Sorento
Power
170HP
Torque
392Nm
Consumption
7.9l/100
Emissions
210g/km
0-100 km/h
12s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
2065kg
Price
26,865€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
441 L
80 L
125 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Sorento 2.5 CRDi Concept · 170 CV (2007-2008)
General description
The 2006 KIA Sorento burst onto the market as a statement of intent. It wasn't just another SUV; it was proof that robustness, capability, and generous equipment could go hand in hand without emptying your pockets. This body-on-frame off-roader invites you to feel true adventure, evoking an era when cars were built to last and to explore without limits.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Sorento 2.5 CRDi is to connect with a quiet and powerful force. Its 170 HP and generous torque push decisively from low revs, conveying a sense of unwavering control and security, especially thanks to its all-wheel drive. The manual gearbox makes you a participant in the driving, while its firm yet comfortable suspension isolates you from road irregularities, turning every journey into a pleasant and commanding experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a hymn to functionality and presence. Muscular lines and an imposing silhouette that never goes out of style, projecting an image of solidity and confidence. Inside, space is the protagonist. A spacious and well-resolved cabin, with materials designed to withstand the test of time and family hustle, where every control is in its place, creating a cozy and practical atmosphere that makes you feel at home from the very first moment.
Technology and features
At its technological heart beats a common-rail direct-injection diesel engine, a reliable and powerful mechanic for its time. Although it doesn't boast current screens and assistants, its technology focuses on the essentials: an effective all-wheel-drive system that will get you out of any trouble and comfort equipment that more than suffices to make any journey a delight. It's technology at the service of adventure, not distraction.
Competition
In a highly competitive segment, the Sorento fearlessly measured up against giants like the Mitsubishi Montero, the first-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, or the Nissan Pathfinder. Against them, the Sorento played the card of an exceptional balance between price, equipment, and off-road capabilities that surprised everyone, earning it a place of honor in the hearts of many adventurous families.
Conclusion
The 2006 KIA Sorento is much more than a car; it is a faithful and capable life companion. It represents the freedom to go anywhere, the security of a robust vehicle, and the intelligence of a sensible purchase. An authentic off-roader that today evokes nostalgia and remains a formidable option for those who value substance over frills. A modern classic that steals your heart.